Sans Superellipse Osgoy 16 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Sole Sans' by CAST, 'Benton Sans' and 'Benton Sans Std' by Font Bureau, 'ITC Franklin' by ITC, 'Latino Gothic' by Latinotype, 'PG Gothique' by Paulo Goode, 'Robusta' by Tilde, 'Nuno' by Type.p, and 'Franklin Gothic' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, logos, packaging, sports branding, assertive, industrial, sporty, compact, utilitarian, space saving, strong emphasis, modern utility, branding impact, clarity at size, blocky, condensed, rounded corners, square curves, high impact.
A compact, heavy sans with squared-off proportions and rounded-rectangle curves. Strokes are consistently thick with minimal modulation, producing dense counters and a strong, uniform color on the page. Round letters (C, O, S, 0) read as superelliptical shapes—more squared than circular—while terminals are clean and blunt. The lowercase shows a tall x-height and simple, sturdy construction; the numerals are wide and stable with closed, weighty forms, maintaining the same squared-round geometry.
This style suits headlines, posters, and branding where maximum impact is needed in limited horizontal space. It works well for logos, packaging, and sports or industrial-themed identities, and can also serve as a bold UI or signage face when used at comfortable sizes with adequate spacing.
The overall tone is bold and no-nonsense, with a condensed, punchy rhythm that feels modern and workmanlike. Its squared curves suggest an engineered, technical sensibility, while the rounded corners keep the voice approachable rather than harsh.
The design appears intended to deliver strong presence with economical width, pairing heavy, uniform strokes with squared-round forms for a contemporary, engineered look. The tall lowercase and simplified shapes prioritize immediate legibility and punch in display settings.
In text, the heavy strokes and tight internal spaces create a compact texture that favors short lines and prominent messaging. The design’s broad shoulders and blunt terminals help maintain clarity at larger sizes, while the dense counters can feel crowded when set too small or too tightly tracked.